The solution to many of the problems associated with the traditional logistics supply chain may be on the horizon in the form of Unmanned Aerial Vehicles (UAV) and Large Unmanned Cargo Aircraft (LUCA), say analysts and experts.
The integration of UAVs into the supply chain will ensure being able to keep up with ever increasing demands.
The game changer for the global cargo industry is likely to be the successful deployment of LUCA and jet fuel-powered LUCA will be a more commercially viable option.
Indonesian carrier Garuda recently announced plans to purchase 100 UAVs to deliver freight to Indonesia’s 18,000 islands. The UAVs will have payloads of up to 2.2 tons (4,400lbs).
The air cargo industry will be the driving force behind the development of unmanned aerial technology in the next decade. If successfully integrated into the existing supply chain, the benefits of UAVs – and specifically LUCA – are numerous and will include reduced airport congestion, improved safety, optimised route flexibility, reduced carbon emissions, and enhanced delivery times. LUCA also have the potential to open new markets in areas where geographical barriers limit the efficiency of existing transportation modes, said a release.
Source : Various Agencies